Iceland Travel Tips: 16 Things to Know Before Visiting Iceland Story

Iceland Travel Tips: 16 Things to Know Before Visiting Iceland

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It’s Not as Expensive as You Might Think

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You’ll Rarely Need Cash

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You Don’t Need to Book Campsites in Advance

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It’s Really Cold

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And Rainy

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Predictably Unpredictable Weather

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